A Brief Introduction To Numerology
Numerology is the study of numbers and their meanings. Numbers are everywhere and they influence human life. Numerology uses calculative means of obtaining information about one's personality, capabilities, and future. The basis of numerology is that numbers have an "inner nature" and "vibration." Similar to Astrology, Numerology uses an individual's full name, birthplace, and birth date in order to determine what numbers influence you and your life.
Numerology can sometimes refer to any of many systems, traditions or beliefs in a mystical or esoteric relationship between numbers and physical objects or living things.
In letter in a name has a numeric value that represents a certain vibration. The numbers in your name and date of birth can give a lot of information about your own character, motivation, purpose, and talent. Even a countries and states have numerological vibrations based on their name. Numerology can be used to find the best time to invest, get a new job, get married, move, and travel. To create a complete numerology chart, you need your birth date and full name, as written on the birth certificate.
The numbers used in Numerology are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 22. Each of these numbers has it's own unique vibration and represents different characteristics. The numbers representing your birth date or your name are repeatedly added together until a core number is found, 1 to 9, or one of the master numbers, 11 and 22.
The History Of Numerology
Historians believe that modern numerology is an integration of the teachings from Ancient Babylonia, Pythagoras and his followers, (6th century B.C. Greece) Astrological philosophy from Hellenistic Alexandria, early Christian mysticism, the occultism of the early Gnostics and the Hebrew system of the Kabbalah. The Indian Vedas, the Chinese "Circle of the Dead",and the Egyptian "Book of the Master of the Secret House", (Ritual of the Dead) are records giving strong evidence that Numerology dates back thousands of years.
Pythagoras and other philosophers of the time believed that because mathematical concepts were more "practical" (easier to regulate and classify) than physical ones, they had greater actuality. This is an idea in harmony with philosophical pragmatism and a choice for permanent concepts over changeable physicality.
St. Augustine of Hippo (A.D. 354 - 430) wrote " Numbers are the Universal language offered by the deity to humans as confirmation of the truth." Similar to Pythagoras, he too believed that everything had numerical relationships and it was up to the mind to seek and investigate the secrets of these relationships or have them revealed by divine grace.
In 325 A.D., following the First Council of Nicaea, departures from the beliefs of the state Church were classified as civil violations within the Roman Empire. Numerology had not found favor with the Christian authority of the day. It was assigned to the field of unapproved beliefs along with astrology and other forms of divination and "magic." Through this religious purging, the spiritual significance assigned to the heretofore "sacred" numbers began to disappear. In spite of this suppression there were still many devout believers, who kept the secret knowledge locked away.
The Magick Of Numbers
Numbers can play an important part in magickal workings and rituals. They are also a part of many of the tools and images that Wiccans and other Pagans use regularly. For example, the tarot, for instance, uses the numbers on the cards to add a layer of meaning to the images. The number three is a symbol of the goddess in her triple aspect (Maiden, Mother, and Crone). Four is the number of the elements, and the pentacle is five points.
The Use of Numbers in Our Practice
Numbers can actually intensify your magick. By choosing numbers that correspond with your intent in an emotional or metaphorical way, you can add strength to your intent. For example, if you were doing a ritual to honor the Goddess you may choose to use multiples of three. You could sing a chant three times, use 3 candles on your altar to represent each of her aspects, put 3 ingredients into a charm or incense, or use the Empress card (numbered III.) as a focal point on your altar.
How To Calculate Your Own Numbers In Just Minutes.
Examples:
---3,489 ---> 3 + 4 + 8 + 9 = 24 -> 2 + 4 = 6
---Hello ---> 8 + 5 + 3 + 3 + 6 = 52 -> 5 + 2 = 7
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Let's use another example with the name John Smith. Following the chart above we get...
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1 + 3 + 8 + 5 + 1 + 4 + 9 + 2 + 8 = 41
41 is a double digit so we must add the two numbers until we arrive at a single digit. In this example the 4 + 1 = 5 The resulting numbers are provide meaning and insight into ones life,personal path and future. The definitions for the meaning of each number varies among different cultures and systems. Frequently, the number 1 usually corresponds to the individual or self. The number 2 is associated with duality and union. Beyond the number 2, definitions may vary.
There are many different methods of calculations include Chaldean, Pythagorean, Hebraic, Helyn Hitchcock's method, Phonetic, Japanese and Indian.
In most cases, numerology uses just the name and birthdate of an individual to analyze and define the personality or forecast.
The following is an excerpt from a numerology page at globalpsychics.com on numerology calculation methods.
CHALDEAN/KABBALAH METHOD is said to be only true and reliable system. It was originated by ancient Chaldeans, passed on to the Hebrews. The knowledge became part of the Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism/mystical tradition). This system of numerological calculation was taught to Jesus by the Essenes.
Western/Pythagorean Method doesn’t work as well because the values aren’t based on sound vibration – the Western system is considered more of a "Parlour Game", partly because it doesn’t emphasize compound numbers (destiny).
There is scientific rationale correlating sound vibration with organic patterns.Pythagoras (Greek philosopher & mathematician 2,500 yrs ago) devised a system of numerological calculation that was lost when he fell from favour. Some years later a student of his assigned numbers to the letters of the alphabet, sequentially, instead of according to sound vibration. This system is damaged, as our modern alphabet didn’t exist then. Interesting, the Pythagorean system formed the spiritual basis for many secret societies e.g. the Masons.
For the sake of simplicity, the Dimension1111.com numerology calculations are based on the Pythagoras method and is best for a beginner who just wants to get the feel for how numerology works.
If this is a subject that interests you then consider exploring and learning about all the various methods and traditions of Numerology.
The Meanings Of Each Individual Number
Each number has a vibration or quality which can be represented by the following words. Each number also has a negative aspect to it as well. More detailed explanations can be found below. Once you get a basic feeling and understanding of each number vibration, you will able to come up with your own words to express the qualities of the number.

The triangle, trinity, multiples, first is the idea, then there is the effort, the creation of the created, the past, present and the future, hope, faith, luck, fortune, magick,intuitition and synchronicity, the external and the internal expression, freedom of expression, joy, growth, creativity and the Goddess in her triple aspect. It is often used in multiples, enthusiasm, inspiration, imagination and optimism, positive, adventurous, self-expressive. If expressed negatively: extravagant, scattered, superficial, artistic expression, sociability, friendliness, superficiality, wastefulness, The Divided, Triangle, Multiples, The Holy Trinity, faith, hope and charity, expression, speech, wit, society, art, culture, sensuality, sorrow, immaturity, passion, air, surprise, spontaneity, change, sex.

Number

4

Symbolism

The foundation, the powerful essence of the four seasons, the four directions and the four elements of the earth, the builder and the organizer of the world, the stability and practicality of it's nature, down to earth, trustworthy, precise to the point, persistence, endurance will bring about profit, wisdom, commerce, good health, stay grounded, reacurring fours in your life may signify a need to center yourself and go back to your roots, loyalty, security and stability, the elements/directions, and control, concentration, management, dedication, efficiency and organization, trustworthy, helpful, steady, logical, self-disciplined, problem-solving, the Builder, foundation, stability, patriarchy, power, progress, earth, justice, ability, manual dexterity, practical, law, the conscious mind, civilization, traditional, profit, wisdom, commerce, health, conviction. If expressed negatively: contrary, stubborn, narrow, rigidity, repression.

Symbolically the number 6 represents change balance, responsibility and harmony. much like the energy of the 3 but on a higher level, home, family and heart, deepens the bond, it offers sympathy, charity, grace, protector, healer. We can experience the energy of the 6 within economy, agriculture, sorcery and within evolution itself. The 6 gives us solutions and offers the calm after the storm. The spiritual meaning of number 6 also deals with enlightenment and intuition. It inspires us to consciously choose forgiveness in a turbulent situation, balance, harmony, remembrance, and sharing. It is the second common default number, beauty, domesticity, healing, passion, trusting, compassionate, stable, family-loving, trustworthy, domesticated. if expressed negatively, superficial, jealous, possessive, unwilling to change,love, responsibility, understanding, meddling, jealousy, the protector, provider, healer, nurturing, children, empathy, intuition, sympathy, quality, sustenance, love of community, unconditional love, circulation, economy, agriculture, charity, balance, grace, evolution, simplicity and sorcery.

Number

7

Symbolism

It embraces Science, education, knowledge and study. The thinker, written word, number of the genius, the alchemist, collective consciousness, associated with travel, either physical or mental in it's nature, n feel the influence of the 6 within periods of introspection and intuition, spiritually connected to secrets, myth and rituals, associated with chance because it is almost magickal. It is the number 7 that we associate with spiritual things, the ancient and the unknown, The energy of the 7 asks us to be more consciously aware. Understanding the 7 vibration will help us manifest the desired results in our lives. 7 is a number for turning inward, spirituality, meditation and sacredness, the third of the numbers that can is commonly used as a default to simply add power to a working or ritual, research, understanding, intuition, investigation, solitude, unusual, introspective, intuitive, psychic, wise, reserved. if expressed negatively: melancholic, odd, leaves too much to chance, hard to reach,spirituality, mental analysis, wisdom, fault finding, suppression ,the analyst, thinker, science, learning, education, study, the written word, logic, alchemy, secrets, myth, religion, ritual, understanding, knowledge, isolation, chastity, dignity, the collective consciousness, genius.

Number

8

Symbolism

Power in a physical sense, the ego, the business, reality, associated with wealth, success, status, employment and skills, strong number and provides us with the will, the focus and the drive to achieve goals. It is associated more with the traits of extroverted person as opposed to an introvert. It is sometimes misunderstood. 8 is the number of Karma, can either manifest into material success or failure, continuation, and repetitive cycles but sometimes such is due to the determination of the person themselves. 8 (being the double of 4 and the cube of 2) is about strength and stability, health and inner strength. It is also a number for good will and prosperity, power, capability, efficiency, skill, hard work, determination, ambitious, business-minded, practical, leading, authoritative, successful, courageous, accomplished, organized. If expressed negatively: tense, narrow, materialistic, forceful, executive ability, management, power, materiality, unscrupulousness,The Manifesting, wealth, power, riches, status, material, pragmatism, the ego, provision, aggregation, dictatorship, multiples, business, investment, employment, appearance, customs, skills, exchange, reality, world transformation.

Represents spiritual and divine enlightenment, inspiration, idealism, illumination and expression. It is a powerful master number associated with the psychic, channeling energy, art, dreams, mystics, prophets, symbols, revolution, drugs and alternate consciousness. It is a very energetic number and can cause instability in its negative aspects. There is almost unlimited energy involved here and there must be a balance between both physical and spiritual sides of nature, and the mental and emotional. The light and the dark.

Number

22

Symbolism

This number seems almost ahead of its time. It is a number of courage, force and hard work for the higher good of all that there is. It is the best the world has to offer. It is unlimited potential of love. It is the light. The number 22 represents idealistic, intuitive, considerate, tolerant, accepting, steadfast. too dependent, over-sensitive, manipulative, intuition, idealism, invention, insensitivity, fanaticism great achievement ,ingenuity,high energy,innovation, idealism